Training People. Building Careers. Strengthening the Workforce.
Welcome to Tru Tradesman’s Institute — a workforce-development pipeline that turns everyday people into career-ready tradespeople and connects them with employers who are hiring. Real training. Real credentials. Real careers.
How The Pipeline Works
One Coordinated Path Into The Trades
Every stage connects to the next — from first interest to a working career. This isn’t just a course; it’s a pathway.
Recruit
We welcome new people into the skilled trades — no experience needed.
Train
34 instructor-led videos over 6 months / 24 weeks.
Credential
OSHA 10 access & EPA 608 exam access through approved providers.
Hands-On
Field-readiness skills, documentation and safety practice.
Career Ready
Resume, interview, professionalism and workplace readiness.
Employ / Apprentice
Employer introductions and apprenticeship pathways.
Advance
Career growth from helper to technician and beyond.
See every stage explained → Explore the Career Pathway
Choose Your Path
Built For Students, Employers & Partners
Tru Tradesman’s Institute does more than teach HVAC. We develop people for skilled-trades careers and connect them to the people who hire.
For Students
Learn a real trade, earn industry credentials, and get connected to employers who are hiring career-ready people.
Start Your Career →
For Employers
Request screened, trained, career-ready candidates — helpers, installer helpers, maintenance techs and entry-level technicians.
Hire TTI Talent →
For Workforce Partners
Workforce boards, nonprofits, schools and community organizations partner with us on outreach, training and outcomes.
Partner With TTI →Training & Credentials
Real Skills. Real Credentials.
34 Instructor Videos
Six months, 24 weeks of structured, instructor-led training — from safety and fundamentals to field readiness.
Weekly & Monthly Assessments
24 weekly quizzes and 6 monthly exams. 80% to pass, so competency is demonstrated, not just watched.
OSHA 10 Access
Coordinated access to the OSHA 10-hour safety course through an authorized third-party provider.
EPA 608 Exam Access
Coordinated access to sit for the EPA Section 608 certification exam through an approved provider.
Textbook Included
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology, 9th Edition (Cengage) — included in tuition, no separate purchase.
Career-Readiness Training
Documentation, customer communication, job-site conduct and the professionalism employers expect.
Connecting Trained Talent To Employers
We develop and refer trained, career-ready candidates to participating employers — helpers, installer helpers, maintenance techs and entry-level technicians. TTI provides placement assistance and employer introductions; we do not guarantee employment. If you’re hiring, tell us what you need and we’ll connect you with people who are ready to work.
Skills & Career Readiness
We Develop Employees, Not Just Students
Employers don’t just need technical skill — they need people who show up, communicate, document their work and operate safely. We train for all of it.
Verified Outcomes
Real Results, Coming Soon
As our first cohorts complete the program, we’ll publish verified data on completions, credentials earned, employer introductions and career connections. We only publish outcomes we can verify.
Get Started
One Pipeline. Three Ways In.
Whether you want to build a career, build your workforce, or build your community’s talent pipeline — start here.
Students
Start your HVAC career with training, credentials and employer connections.
Start Your Career